This study aims to examine the thoughts of Western philosophical figures and their influence on the development of Islamic education today. Western philosophy has a significant role in shaping various concepts of thought and education, such as rationalism, empiricism, and humanism, which have also influenced the development of the education system in the Islamic world. Figures such as Plato, Aristotle, and John Dewey, with their ideas on ethics, logic, knowledge, and education, have influenced Islamic educational thought in terms of critical approaches, rationality, and learning methods. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with literature analysis techniques on the works of Western philosophical figures and literature related to Islamic education. The results of the study show that although there are fundamental differences in the concepts of ontology and epistemology between Western education and Islamic education, the integration of critical values and scientific methods from the West has enriched the approach to contemporary Islamic education. This influence can be seen in the application of more open, inclusive learning methods, as well as an emphasis on critical and reflective thinking aspects in the Islamic education curriculum. This study is expected to contribute to thedevelopment of Islamic education studies that are able to synergize with global thinking without eliminating Islamic identity
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